1957 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 168 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Citroen DS | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | DS | Stilo |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |